Professors beware

Without a doubt, the economic crisis is putting pressure on all professions, and it appears that college professors are at risk as much as anyone.

During that same chamber luncheon Paulette McCormick, director of the University at Albany’s Center for Functional Genomics and a professor of biomedical science, was asked what she thought of the idea of post-tenure reviews to ensure professors stay on top of their research duties.

McCormick said it may be time to revisit tenure policies.

“If you’re entrepreneurial, then you realize there’s no ivory tower. It’s smashed. It’s done,” she said. “I certainly believe in tenure review. It doesn’t have to be as strict as tenure. I’m not sure that I believe in tenure any more.”